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Posted on July 1, 2026
Treasure Hunt York closed during FutureSound concerts
The Yorkshire Museum and York Museum Gardens will be closed from Thursday 9th to Sunday 12th July 2026 for the preparation and duration of the FutureSound summer concerts.
This means our game Gardens and Guildhalls will be completely unavailable during this period as the game starts in Museum Gardens.
Posted on November 27, 2025
Buy Nothing this Black Friday
Today we are offering you some peace and quiet amongst the offers, deals, promotions and products.
We invite you to join us in quietly enjoying Buy Nothing Day.
Posted on November 1, 2025
Unwrap Adventure with Treasure Hunt York this Christmas
Christmas is coming whether we’re ready or not. And if you’re after something a bit different this year – something that doesn’t involve another pub quiz or the usual festive routine – you might want to give Treasure Hunt York a go. The Christmas markets are setting up, the lights are going on, and York is looking rather festive. Perfect timing for a treasure hunt, really. Plus, if you’re stuck for gift ideas (and let’s face it, who isn’t?), we’ve sorted that too.
Posted on September 24, 2025
Look at York differently this Autumn 🍂
Perfect timing. Autumn’s here, York looks incredible, and you’ve been thinking about that team outing/friend gathering/family adventure that needs organizing. Good news: we’ve already done the hard work. The route’s planned, the clues are set, and those golden autumn days are calling.
Posted on June 1, 2025
Mix it up with Treasure Hunt York this Father's day
Right, let’s be honest here. Another pair of novelty socks? A “World’s Best Dad” mug that’ll gather dust? Come on, you know Dad deserves better than the usual Father’s Day tat from the shops.
Posted on April 16, 2025
Think this is just another Easter egg hunt in York? Think again.
Most Easter egg hunts are for kids.
This one? It’s for you.
Treasure Hunt York turns your long weekend into an adventure — packed with cryptic clues, hidden corners, and maybe a quick pub stop along the way.
Whether you’re local or just visiting, it’s a fun excuse to get outside, stretch your legs, and discover some parts of the city you’d usually walk straight past.
Posted on March 26, 2025
Treat Mum with Treasure Hunt York this Mother’s day
It’s that time of year again, looking for the perfect way to show your mum how great she is. Give her the perfect gift this year—an afternoon with you! Put the chocolates back on the shelf and add a Treasure Hunt York game to your basket.
Posted on February 5, 2025
The Vikings are coming to York!
Photo from JORVIK Viking Centre
The city will be full of Vikings between 17th - 23rd February 2025.
It may be difficult to follow the exact route that Treasure Hunt York takes you.
Posted on February 1, 2025
5 ways Treasure Hunt York Makes the Perfect Date
Love is in the air, all you need is love, are you ready for love? (Yes I am- are ya?). What’s an ideal date for a couple of young lovebirds like yourselves? A daring adventure round York of course! Hit the jump to make sure your date goes off without a hitch!
Posted on January 1, 2025
New Year? New Adventures!
Here’s to new adventures in 2025 with Treasure Hunt York! Are you ready to assemble your crew, get outside, and see York in a whole new way?
“We thought the clues were pitched at the correct level, not too easy and made you look very closely at your surroundings, without being impossible to solve.
We had a fun day exploring York with a few pit stops for refreshement between clues.”
—Grendel46, Tripadvisor
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Gardens and Guildhalls
starts from:
York Observatory, Museum Gardens, York, YO30 7BH
Play our second game in York: Walk the Walls